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How Retirees Can Take Advantage of Higher Interest Rates 03/18/2018 08:00pm • The Federal Reserve has been gradually raising interest rates over the past year. Rising interest rates might mean higher prices for borrowers, but could be good news for retirees with some cash in the bank. Here's how savers can benefit from higher interest rates. Shop around for a new bank acco Self-Directed Funds Not for All Investors 03/18/2018 08:00pm • Years ago, a smattering of mutual fund companies launched self-directed 401(k)s that allowed participants to invest in just about anything they liked rather than a short list of funds picked by their employer. Gradually, this option has gone mainstream with many employers offering brokerage accounts The Consequence of Vladimir Putin's Victory 03/18/2018 08:00pm • Earlier this month, as the Russian presidential campaign had reached a crescendo, Vladimir Putin unveiled to the world a plan for developing "invincible" nuclear weapons capable of striking Florida in a clear affront to the United States. The rhetoric was classic Putin and indicative of the strongm Facebook, Inc. (FB) Faces a Major Regulatory Hurdle 03/15/2018 08:00pm • In a little more than two months, Facebook, Inc. (Nasdaq: FB) and other major internet companies that rely heavily on user data collection and analysis will face one of their biggest regulatory challenges in history. On May 25, the General Data Protection Regulation goes into effect, and analysts a 5 Reasons Couples Need to Talk About Retirement 03/15/2018 08:00pm • It's not uncommon for a 50-something couple to plop down in front of their financial planner to talk about the future, only to discover that the wife's visions of a retirement beach home clash with the husband's visions of a fishing cabin in Maine. When it comes to talking about their retirement fu 4 Retirement Distribution Strategies That Will Make Your Money Last 03/15/2018 08:00pm • Saving money to your retirement fund is only part of ensuring a financially secure future. The other half involves making smart decisions about when and how to withdraw cash. Finance experts say there are a handful of retirement distribution strategies that can be used to stretch money further for a How to Prepare for 5 Unexpected Costs of Retirement 03/14/2018 08:00pm • Retirees planning their budgets may think they covered all their bases by accounting for housing, dining and transportation costs. After all, those are some of the major expenses incurred by baby boomers, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, they could be setting themselves up for Virginia to adopt new ballot guidelines after confusing 2017 elections 03/14/2018 04:17pm • WASHINGTON — Months after control of Virginia’s House of Delegates was decided by a disputed, mismarked ballot, the State Board of Elections will set new ballot requirements that include clearer instructions for voters. Proposed changes to be adopted March 23 address “a need for improved cl Home security for the future 03/14/2018 03:51pm • Whether it’s packages left on the doorstep, or kids left at home, keeping loved ones and belongings safe and secure is a top priority for homeowners and renters across the globe. But in today’s busy and fast-paced society, it isn’t always easy to keep a close eye on your home. That’s wher PA race razor close; Dem Lamb claims win, GOP not conceding 03/14/2018 02:07am • MT. LEBANON, Pa. (AP) — A razor's edge separated Democrat Conor Lamb and Republican Rick Saccone early Wednesday in their closely watched special election in Pennsylvania, where a surprisingly strong bid by first-time candidate Lamb severely tested Donald Trump's sway in a GOP stronghold. Lamb Home Sharing: Growing Trend or Desperate Need? 03/13/2018 08:00pm • You may remember the show "The Golden Girls," which showcased four aging women who took a creative approach to senior living: shared housing. They were way ahead of their time. Is home sharing a viable option for older adults? It can be a desired lifestyle choice for many but equally a life necessi 3 Questions You Must Be Prepared to Answer in a Job Interview 03/13/2018 08:00pm • You'll likely never know all the questions you'll encounter in a job interview, but you can be certain that no matter what kind of job you are looking for, you will encounter three specific probes. At the beginning, you'll be asked something like, "Tell me about yourself," and at the end, any polite Taxation Procrastination: Where to Go for Last-Minute Tax Filing Advice 03/12/2018 08:00pm • With tax season in full swing, it's a prime time to get your necessary documents organized. And while it's a smart idea to file as early as possible to quickly receive your tax refund, if you still haven't filed yet, fear not: It's not too late to get your documents in order and take advantage of b 5 Signs You Will Never Retire 03/11/2018 08:00pm • Most Americans aren't saving nearly enough for retirement. Some workers who haven't saved fear that they will never be able to retire. However, there may still be time to change course and reach your retirement goals. If you sit down with a financial planner or even a retirement calculator, you shou 10 Factors That Don't Affect Your Credit Scores 03/11/2018 08:00pm • You probably know that having great credit lifts your finances like hot air in a balloon. It allows you to borrow at low interest rates, which saves huge amounts of interest on loans and credit cards. Additionally, having good credit helps your financial life in some surprising ways, including payin